Mediterranean Lentil and Chickpea Salad

Name: Mediterranean Lentil and Chickpea Salad
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; 1 small shallot, (minced (about 2 tablespoons)); 2 tablespoons drained capers, (roughly chopped); 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; Kosher salt; 1/2 cup French green lentils; 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, (drained, rinsed, and patted dry); 3 Persian (mini) cucumbers, (diced); 4 ounces feta cheese, (cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 1 cup)); 1/3 cup Castelvetrano olives, (pitted and torn); 1/4 cup roasted and salted sunflower seeds; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley leaves and tender stems; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 medium head radicchio, (cored and thinly sliced); 1 medium romaine lettuce heart, (cored and thinly sliced)

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This hearty salad features French green lentils, canned chickpeas, feta cheese, greens, and a homemade dressing. Wait to toss the greens with the dressing until you’re ready to serve so everything stays fresh and crisp. …